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May 2015 Travel Events Calendar

  • 18 Apr 2015 19 May 2015

    New York Travel Festival 2015

    New York City, United States

    The New York Travel Festival is the perfect event for travel professionals who want to learn more about their industry, connect with like-minded networkers, and be inspired within their personal travels.

  • 24 Apr 2015 2 May 2015

    Vacation.com International Conference & Trade Show 2015

    Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey, Global

    All hands will be on deck at Conference to learn how Vacation.com gives you the tools, programs and support to Think Bigger: bigger client lists, bigger partner sales, bigger cruise groups, bigger online presence and bigger hotel commissions.

  • 27 Apr 2015 29 May 2015

    UNWTO World Forum on Food Tourism 2015

    San Sebastián, Spain

    The Basque Culinary Center and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in collaboration with Basquetour, the Gipuzkoa Foral Deputation and the Donostia-San Sebastián Town Hall are organising the 1st UNWTO Affiliate Members World Forum on Food Tourism, to take place on 27-29 April 2015 in San Sebastián, Spain.

  • 1 May 2015 31 Oct 2015

    Expo Milano 2015

    Milan, Italy

    Expo Milano 2015 is a non-commercial Universal Exposition with some very unique and innovative features. Not only is it an exhibition but also a process, one of active participation among a large number of players around the theme of Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life. It is sustainable, technological, thematic and focused on its visitors. Open from May 1 to October 31, 2015, the Expo will host over 130 participants. Running for 184 days, this giant exhibition site, covering one million square meters, is expected to welcome over 20 million visitors.

  • 3 May 2015 5 May 2015

    The Hotel Show Saudi Arabia 2015

    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    The Hotel Show Saudi Arabia is the premier exhibition for leading hotel & hospitality brands. If your objectives in 2015 include raising your brand profile amongst key indusry delegates, then contact The Hotel Show team today to discuss the options available.

  • 4 May 2015 7 May 2015

    ATM - Arabian Travel Market 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Arabian Travel Market is the travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. Tourism destinations from the Middle East and around the world showcase a diverse range of accommodation options, breathtaking tourism attractions and new airline routes.

  • 5 May 2015 7 May 2015

    Cabin Safety Conference 2015

    Paris, France

    This important event will feature topics that are crucial to effective and efficient cabin operations safety, both for today and tomorrow. Through the exchange of best practices, lessons learned and the latest developments, discussions will lay the foundation for the future.

  • 5 May 2015 8 May 2015

    Travelweek 2015

    Sao Paulo, Brazil

    Travelweek Sao Paulo 2015 invites you to share your story, moments and sensations awaken by the fascinating universe of travels that deepens our lives. In its 5th edition, Travelweek is inspired by the bliss of sharing experiences and dreams, looking in a richer and deeper way at this common world, which we love exploring.

  • 5 May 2015 7 May 2015

    Cabin Operations Safety Conference 2015

    Paris, France

    This important event will feature topics that are crucial to effective and efficient cabin operations safety, both for today and tomorrow. Through the exchange of best practices, lessons learned and the latest developments, discussions will lay the foundation for the future.

  • 5 May 2015 7 May 2015

    AHIC - Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    AHIC has proven to be the Middle East’s annual meeting place for the region’s most senior hotel investors, developers, operators and advisors. It is the annual conference that connects business leaders from international and local markets to do deals accross the region.

  • 6 May 2015 7 May 2015

    TDS Europe 2015

    London, United Kingdom

    Featuring a new, central London location, EyeforTravel’s TDS Europe - Europe’s biggest online travel summit - brings together the best minds in online travel to meet, network and do business.  Key topics for discussion include mobile, marketing, revenue management, analytics, data, distribution and much more.

  • 6 May 2015 9 May 2015

    HOFEX 2015

    Wanchai, Hong Kong

    HOFEX - the region’s leading food and hospitality tradeshow will return on 6 - 9 May 2015 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. In its 15th edition, HOFEX 2015 continues to blend the best of Food and Beverages, Equipment, Supplies, Services and Hospitality Technologies.

  • 6 May 2015 8 May 2015

    World Economic Forum on Latin America 2015

    Riviera Maya, Mexico

    In its 10th year, the World Economic Forum on Latin America returns to Mexico to collaborate in Latin America’s transition to long-term economic growth and social development. Mexico, one of the leading economies in Latin America and current holder of the pro-tempore presidency of the Pacific Alliance, has made advances on a variety of critical reforms – including important changes to education, energy, fiscal and telecommunications legislation – which are already opening new opportunities.

  • 7 May 2015 8 May 2015

    Expotur 2015

    San Jose, Costa Rica

    EXPOTUR is the travel trade-mart of Costa Rica and the region, with the experience of 30 uninterrupted years, it became in the best negotiation platform.

  • 7 May 2015 10 May 2015

    World Travel Fair 2015

    Shanghai, China

    WTF is a prominent and most influential annual gala for the international tourism industry in China.

  • 9 May 2015 11 May 2015

    INDABA 2015

    Durban, South Africa

    INDABA is one of the largest tourism marketing events on the African calendar and one of the top three ‘must visit’ events of its kind on the global calendar.

  • 10 May 2015 12 May 2015

    Travel Catering Expo 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Join over 1,000 travel catering professionals and experience the latest products and solutions for catering requirements of regional airports.

  • 10 May 2015 12 May 2015

    Airport Show, Dubai 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    The Airport Show is in its 15th edition and an established leading business platform and an annual meeting place for global suppliers, manufacturers and solution providers to meet and do business with key airport managers and decision-makers from the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region. The Airport Show provides an exceptional B2B platform to access project and business information on the fastest growing airport market in the world.

  • 11 May 2015 14 May 2015

    Destination Britain APMEA 2015

    Bali, Indonesia

    Destination Britain APMEA 2015 is VisitBritain’s premier, international B2B workshop providing tourism suppliers from across Great Britain and Ireland with a unique opportunity to conduct business meetings with up to 120 international travel buyers hosted from 17 countries within Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa.

  • 11 May 2015 12 May 2015

    Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    The 3rd edition of the Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) will take place on May 11-12, 2015 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. GALF 2015 will be held in conjunction with the well-established Airport Show and will assemble the world’s foremost airport, policy, business and technology leaders in an effort to address their needs and provide them with a platform on which they can engage, exchange knowledge, share best practices, forge partnerships and discuss issues of common interest.

  • 12 May 2015 14 May 2015

    PhoCusWright Europe 2015

    Dublin, Ireland

    The pace of change in the travel industry is unprecedented – traveler expectations continue to rise amid new devices, new channels, an explosion of social content, and more travel options than ever before. For travel leaders to remain relevant, you must be more than an expert in your segment – you must be knowledgeable, insightful and connected.

  • 12 May 2015

    Business Travel Tech Talk 2015

    Chicago, United States

    Tech Talk is a one-day, buyer-only conference focused on travel management technology. Attendees network, discuss industry trends and developments, and learn from the experiences of fellow corporate travel buyers. Learn about new technologies for managing travel management services and discuss best practices for communicating with travelers.

  • 12 May 2015 14 May 2015

    China Hotel Investment Conference (CHIC) 2015

    Shanghai, China

    The China Hotel Investment Conference (CHIC) has established its reputation as the most influential hotel investment conference in the region by consistently delivering a wealth of timely market insights that facilitate corporate strategies and growth in the world’s second largest economy. CHIC is the must-attend meeting platform for domestic and international hotel and tourism industry leaders/investors to cultivate relationships, seek opportunities and gain valuable insights into the industry trends crucial for business decisions

  • 13 May 2015 15 May 2015

    SMART 2015

    Maho Bay, Saint Martin

    SMART is a professional way to bring together the movers and shakers in the tourist industry for St. Maarten/St. Martin and the surrounding islands within an hour’s flight range.

  • 13 May 2015 16 May 2015

    The International Tourism Expo - Puerto Rico 2015

    San Juan, Puerto Rico

    The International Tourism Expo - Puerto Rico is designed to showcase the beauty, sports, nature, adventure, and gastronomy experiences available throughout the Caribbean and beyond, bringing together members of the tourism industry from across the globe.

  • 13 May 2015 14 May 2015

    Seatrade Caribbean Cruise Forum 2015

    Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago

    The Seatrade Caribbean Cruise Forum is a unique one and a half day event tailored to showcase the Caribbean to European Cruise Lines.

  • 13 May 2015 15 May 2015

    Airport Cities Asia Pacific 2015

    Chengdu, China

    Hosted by Sichuan Province Airport Group Company Ltd (SPAG) in Chengdu, China, the Airport Cities Asia Pacific Conference & Exhibition will provide a global platform for networking, best practice, innovation and high-level debate and discussion around the creation and development of airport cities and aerotropolis throughout the Asia Pacific region and across the globe.

  • 13 May 2015 15 May 2015

    HD Expo 2015

    Las Vegas, United States

    HD Expo is the premier trade show and hospitality conference for its industry. Established in 1992 and presented by Hospitality Design magazine, it remains at the forefront by offering the newest and most innovative products and services, encouraging and sharing ideas, providing inspiration and connecting hospitality professionals. HD Expo is dedicated to bringing the interior design industry, architects, owners/operators, developers, specifiers and purchasers the best available resources for their projects. This includes the most informative conference sessions led by top specialists pertinent to today’s industry.

  • 13 May 2015 14 May 2015

    Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2015

    Weston, FL, United States

    60th annual Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2015 takes place on May 13-14, 2015, at Bonaventure Resort and Spa, Weston, FL.

  • 13 May 2015 15 May 2015

    FCCA Central America Cruise Summit 2015

    San Salvador, El Salvador

    The FCCA Central America Cruise Summit is a two-day event designed to foster a better understanding of the inner workings of the cruise industry. Here, we will focus our attention on one of the cruise industry’s most rapidly emerging markets—Central America.

  • 14 May 2015 21 May 2015

    Brand USA MegaFam 2015

    National, United States

    Visiting an incredible 22 states across seven itineraries, you could find yourself discovering the USA like never before on the Brand USA MegaFam from 14-21 May 2015.

  • 14 May 2015 18 May 2015

    The Advantage Conference 2015

    Bodrum, Turkey

    Whilst a compelling business and social programme is a key consideration for any conference, we also recognise that as senior travel industry staff, showcasing the destination is an important element of the event

  • 14 May 2015 15 May 2015

    European Sport Tourism Summit 2015

    Limerick, Ireland

    Limerick will host the inaugural European Sport Tourism Summit on May 14th-15th 2015. The event will also host the first European Sport Tourism Awards and industry expert sessions with leading figures from sport, marketing and events.

  • 15 May 2015 17 May 2015

    Peru Travel Mart 2015

    Lima, Peru

    PTM is the meeting point of tourist promoters from our country with worldwide tourism entrepreneurs. This event is not massive but strictly professional. It is a jointed effort of the Peruvian Government, represented by the Peru´s Promotional Committee for Exports and Tourism – PROMPERU, and the private sector, represented by the National Chamber of Tourism, CANATUR, an organization that represents all tourist associations within the country, for showing Peru altogether in a one place.

  • 16 May 2015 19 May 2015

    NRA Show 2015

    Chicago, United States

    Every year, over the course of four days, more than 1,800 suppliers and tens of thousands of buyers come together to make lasting connections that drive business profitability and shape the future of the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry.

  • 18 May 2015

    SITE Nite Europe 2015

    Frankfurt, Germany

    Last year’s event, held 19 May 2014, drew in more than 400 people, including sponsors and incentive travel buyers. This highly successful event raised funds which contribute to the SITE Foundation research and education.

  • 18 May 2015 20 May 2015

    International Ecotourism Conference 2015

    Nay Pyi Taw, Burma

    The key focus of the conference is on successful planning and management approaches for ecotourism in and around protected areas to strengthen livelihoods and conservation and contribute to adaptation.

  • 19 May 2015 21 May 2015

    IMEX 2015

    Frankfurt, Germany

    The show where the global meetings industry continues to do business while maximising connections, networking opportunities and over 70 sessions of education. Book and plan your IMEX 2015 to make the most of your time, development and foremost business.

  • 19 May 2015 20 May 2015

    Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (APHIC) 2015

    Bangkok, Thailand

    The Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference, an IHIF Summit, will return to Thailand for a third year. A tourism gateway in the very heart of Asia, Thailand is the perfect location for regional outreach. On the country level, the Thai Government is expend efforts to further boost the country’s image and tourism is once again on the rise

  • 19 May 2015 21 May 2015

    IATA Aviation Fuel Forum 2015

    Barcelona, Spain

    The bi-annual IATA Aviation Fuel Forum is the premier industry meeting for the world’s aviation fuel community. The Forum is a unique platform allowing airline representatives, fuel suppliers and IATA Strategic Partners to discuss the industry’s priorities and agree on actions to enhance efficiency and productivity.

  • 20 May 2015 21 May 2015

    Boutique and Lifestyle Hotel Summit 2015

    London, United Kingdom

    The international boutique hotel sector is booming. Both small independents and large multi-nationals are investing heavily to establish a presence in this exciting market. Hotels tailored to this sector are opening at an ever-increasing rate, defying tough economic conditions. Discover what makes this vibrant sector of the hospitality industry tick and learn from the experts at Europe’s only b2b boutique hotel conference. Join your fellow industry professionals to find out about the very latest trends in sales, marketing, branding, finance, design and much more, at Boutique and Lifestyle Hotel Summit 2015.

  • 20 May 2015 21 May 2015

    TDS Asia 2015

    Singapore

    Capitalise on The Rise of The APAC Consumer And The Biggest Online Travel Trends Shaping The Region - TDS Asia 2015 this year will be held from 20-21 May at Fairmont Raffles City Centre Singapore.

  • 21 May 2015 23 May 2015

    World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa 2015

    Dead Sea, Jordan

    A dynamic nexus of global, regional, national and industry transformations is ushering in a new strategic context for the Middle East and North Africa. Accelerated developments in energy and technology are set to fundamentally impact business models and economies across the region. National development efforts in countries such as Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco are creating a new momentum for regional and cross-regional trade and investment, with the Gulf Cooperation Council countries playing a pivotal role.

  • 21 May 2015

    Business Travel Tech Talk Europe 2015

    Paris, France

    Business Travel Technology Day is the must-attend travel management technology conference held exclusively for corporate travel buyers in Europe. Attendees learn from industry experts and the experiences of fellow corporate travel buyers who have adopted new technologies for managing travel management data and services. The program focuses on the hottest travel management technology trends today and in the future.

  • 21 May 2015 23 May 2015

    CLIA Selling Cruise Conference 2015

    Southampton, United Kingdom

    The world’s newest and most innovative cruise ships will take centre stage at the 2015 CLIA UK & Ireland Selling Cruise Conference.  P&O Cruises’ Britannia and Royal Caribbean International’s Anthem of the Seas, both of which launch in spring, will be joined by Princess Cruises’ Royal Princess making her first return to the UK since her naming by the Duchess of Cambridge.

  • 21 May 2015

    Hotel Management Thailand Summit 2015

    Bangkok, Thailand

    The leading conference in Thailand that directly addresses all operational/management challenges, Hotel Management Thailand Summit provides a platform for hotel executives from both corporate level and property level to discuss key operational, branding and financial issues directly impacting corporate and property P&L.CEO, COO, CFO, VPs, GMs, Financial Controllers, and executive committee members will gather to strategize and debate on essential topics including brand equity, cash-flow management, cost control, innovation and staff retention and development. Industry leaders will share their best practices and recommendations with their peers.

  • 22 May 2015 23 May 2015

    World Luxury Expo, Mumbai 2015

    Mumbai, India

    World Luxury Expo, hosted in the luxurious Palladium Hotel in Mumbai. World Luxury Expo will showcase the world’s leading luxury brands, to an ultra-affluent and highly discerning audience.

  • 22 May 2015 25 May 2015

    Taipei Tourism Expo (TTE) 2015

    Taipei, Taiwan

    Taipei International Tourism Expo - 2015 , scheduling on May 22 to 25, it will be held at the Taipei World Trade Center.  Organizers will continue play high-quality tactful experience. In expectation the development in building industry role and communication platform, we forward to have a designed platform so that can help the integration of the development in tourism industry.

  • 26 May 2015 29 May 2015

    Rendez-vous Canada 2015

    Vancouver, Canada

    Rendez-vous Canada is Canada’s premier international tourism marketplace. The event reunites more than 1,500 international tourism professionals gathered over four days for a series of twelve-minute appointments to promote or discover unique Canadian experiences. RVC is an important industry-trade platform for Canadians to potentially generate hundreds of millions of dollars for the Canadian tourism business.

  • 26 May 2015 28 May 2015

    NEXT: Travel Trade Exchange 2015

    Riviera Maya, Mexico

    #NEXT:TRAVEL TRADE EXCHANGE is part of a comprehensive network of business solutions, designed for top level executives and innovators from the Americas who believe in a new forward thinking travel industry. Its goal is to engage professionals, leaders and decision makers in a valuable networking platform for true business and knowledge exchange.

  • 27 May 2015

    SATIC Tourism Conference 2015

    Adelaide, Australia

    The one day conference aims to provide a full day of practical and relevant information and assistance to those in the business of South Australian tourism.

  • 29 May 2015 31 May 2015

    CMT China 2015

    Jiangsu, China

    CMT China, a Chinese offshoot of the world largest public exhibition for tourism and leisure (CMT), has already been successfully held for three years. Now her fourth session will be held at Nanjing International Expo Centre from May 29th to 31st, 2015.

  • 29 May 2015 31 May 2015

    China Guilin International Tourism Expo 2015

    Guangxi, China

    The China Guilin International Tourism Expo (CGITE) has successfully positioned itself as Guangxi’s leading exposition that caters to both the business and leisure travel sectors!

  • 30 May 2015 3 Jun 2015

    International Pow Wow 2015

    Orlando, Florida, United States

    U.S. Travel Association’s IPW is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the U.S. - it is NOT a typical trade show. In just three days of intensive pre-scheduled business appointments, more than 1,000 U.S. travel organisations from every region of the USA (representing all industry category components), and more than 1,200 international and domestic buyers from more than 70 countries conduct business negotiations that result in the generation of more than $3.5 billion in future Visit USA travel.

  • 31 May 2015 2 Jun 2015

    NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference 2015

    New York City, United States

    Plan now to join the global leaders in lodging development, investment, and finance, from May 31–June 2, 2015, at the 37th Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City.

  • 31 May 2015 2 Jun 2015

    Routes Middle East & Africa 2015

    Kingdom of Bahrain, Bahrain

    The inaugural Routes Middle East & Africa will take place in the Kingdom of Bahrain, hosted by Bahrain Airport Company.